Using of Foundation for Facial Makeup.

 

The success of the entire makeup application depends on the correct color selection and application of the foundation. When correctly matched and applied, foundation created an even canvas for the rest of the makeup application.

Skin tone determines the selection of the foundation color. Skin tones are generally classified as warm, cool or natural. Warm tones are generally classified as yellow, orange or red-orange. Cool tones are generally referred to as blue, blue-green (olive), or blue-red(pink). Natural skin has equal amounts of warm and cool tones.

 

Foundation should always be matched as closely as possible to the actual skin tone. if foundation color is too light, it will have a chalky or gray appearance and will “sit” on top of the skin, exaggerating imperfections. If the color is too dark, it will look ditty or muddy on the skin.

 

The best way to determine the correct foundation color for your client is to apply a stripe of color to clean skin on the jawline. Blend slightly, then repeat with two or three color. The color that ‘disappears’ on the skin is the correct tone.

 

Avoid creating a contrast between the color of the face and the color of the neck. Makeup should be matched in color and blended smoothly with no visible line of demarcation.

Liquid foundation, tinted moisturizer, and tube foundation are taken from the container with a spatula, then applied to the face with the fingertips or a facial sponge. Powder and cream-to-powder foundation may be applied with a moist or dry facial sponge.